Hy-Vee Triathlon officials said their event has been moved to Gray's Lake in Des Moines due to low water levels on the Des Moines River.

The swimming portion of the triathlon was scheduled on the Des Moines River in downtown near the Court Avenue and Locust Street bridges.

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Triathlon Director Bill Burke said the city of Des Moines has been monitoring water levels all summer, and their most recent tests have led triathlon officials to conclude that a swim in the Des Moines River would not be safe for the athletes.

"In the sport of triathlon we’re dealing with outdoor venues, and sometimes we have to make adjustments to cope with unexpected weather conditions," Burke said in a news release. "That’s why we create contingency plans."

Gray’s Lake Park will remain open to the public throughout the Hy-Vee Triathlon. The triathlon is scheduled for Sunday.